Antibodies and Surgery
Antibodies are proteins in your blood that protect you from disease. This pamphlet explains why our immune system make antibodies, how they are tested for, and what to expect if you have them before surgery.
Starting Saturday, December 14, 2024, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department has changed to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.
Please plan for extra travel time when coming to the QEII Halifax Infirmary. As of February 18, the easternmost, northbound lane of Robie Street will be closed for the duration of the Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project, leaving two lanes open. Expect potential delays and consider alternative routes when possible.
Antibodies are proteins in your blood that protect you from disease. This pamphlet explains why our immune system make antibodies, how they are tested for, and what to expect if you have them before surgery.
Cette brochure offre des renseignements sur les soins avant et après une chirurgie d’un jour à Halifax Infirmary, édifice Victoria, ou Hôpital général de Dartmouth. On y traite notamment de la nécessité d’arriver tôt, de ce qu’il faut apporter, de l'anesthésie, et plus. This pamphlet is also available in English.
This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after day surgery at the Halifax Infirmary, Victoria General, or Dartmouth General Hospital. It includes what to bring and what to expect. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after surgery at Aberdeen Hospital.
This pamphlet explains what to expect before your surgery and during your hospital stay. It also describes what you can do after your surgery to have a good recovery.
This pamphlet explains what a spinal anesthetic is, the benefits and risks, and what to expect.
Ce document explique comment utiliser des lingettes de gluconate de chlorhexidine (GCH) pour nettoyer votre peau avant une opération. This pamphlet is also available in English.
La présente brochure vous explique comment préparer votre peau avant une opération à cœur ouvert en utilisant des lingettes imbibées de gluconate de chlorhexidine à 2%. This pamphlet is also available in English.
This pamphlet explains how to prepare your skin before open heart surgery using 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) cloths. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains how to use CHG cloths to clean your skin before surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.